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Get a second chance to achieve your desired score with IELTS One Skill Retake
Find out when and why you should consider an IELTS One Skill Retake. Explore the benefits, booking process, cost and how IDP can support you.
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Minimum IELTS score to study in Canada universities in 2026
Find out the minimum scores you need for your IELTS test to successfully study in the best Canadian universities!
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Here are the various pathways and IELTS test band scores needed to work in Ireland and attain PR in the country. Discover the eligibility criteria today!
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Applying for your Australian student visa: this is how IELTS can help
Find out how a good IELTS score matters for student visa applications in Australia so you can make the most of the new MD111 rules.
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IELTS General Training Writing free practice questions
Use our free sample questions for General Training to assess your English-language skills and learn where you need to improve.
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